Key Competitive Attractions
The canton of Fribourg is located to the west of Switzerland. The main transport routes of Switzerland and Europe pass through the area, while the important centres and airports of Switzerland (Basel, Berne, Geneva, Zurich) can be reached within 20 to 90 minutes by car or train. Approximately 1.5 million people live in the immediate vicinity of the business area around Fribourg and can reach the City of Fribourg in less than 45 minutes.
Between 1995 and 2005, the region's exports more than doubled, and its economy is increasing at a rapid rate.
Key sectors:
- Life sciences
- Nanotechnology
- Information Technology
- Telecommunications
- Electronics and microelectronics
- Engineering and micromechanics
- Food production, processing and equipment
- Services, trading & holding companies in the domain of important industrial sectors
